Quick-and-Easy Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Quick-and-Easy Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
95 min.
6
153kcal

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Looking for a delicious yet easy side dish that's sure to impress? These Quick-and-Easy Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are packed with flavor, nutrition, and vibrant colors, making them a standout addition to any meal. Perfect for vegetarians and those following a gluten-free or dairy-free diet, this dish is as versatile as it is wholesome.

Imagine tender sweet potatoes, perfectly roasted until their natural sweetness is enhanced, then expertly combined with a hint of fresh ginger, creamy olive oil, and a touch of salt. Each enticing bite is rich in flavor, while being light on your waistline, at just 153 calories per serving!

This recipe not only feels satisfying but also brings a burst of brightness to your table with the finishing touches of fresh cilantro and zesty lime. It's a symphony of taste and health that showcases the inherent goodness of sweet potatoes, which are well-known for their rich nutritional profile. With simple preparation and cooking times, you can whip this up in under two hours, making hosting a breeze.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to bring a delightful wave of flavor with these Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes. Your taste buds—and your guests—will thank you!

Ingredients

  • servings cilantro leaves for garnish
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • teaspoon ginger fresh grated peeled
  •  lime 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sesame seed for garnish, optional
  • small sweet potatoes and into 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with foil and add sweet potatoes. Roast until they are tender (about 50-55 minutes). Set aside to cool.
  2. Slice potato skins open. Scoop out flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch-thick layer inside skins, and add to a large bowl. Return scooped-out skins to baking sheet.
  3. Mash sweet-potato flesh with a fork. Stir in olive oil, egg, ginger, and salt, and beat together with fork until smooth. Spoon filling into the 6 reserved skins.
  4. Bake until the tops are puffed and lightly golden brown (about 25 minutes).
  5. Sprinkle the potatoes with cilantro and sesame seeds, if using, and squeeze lime over the top.
  6. Serve with additional lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein8.35%
Fat19.3%
Carbs72.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.67
Glycemic Load
13.48
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.889565213867%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
9.6mg
Naringenin
0.76mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:153.24kcal
7.66%
Fat:3.4g
5.24%
Saturated Fat:0.63g
3.97%
Carbohydrates:28.7g
9.57%
Net Carbohydrates:24.13g
8.77%
Sugar:5.85g
6.5%
Cholesterol:31mg
10.33%
Sodium:277.74mg
12.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.31g
6.63%
Vitamin A:18506.04IU
370.12%
Fiber:4.57g
18.3%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.47%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.94%
Potassium:475.91mg
13.6%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.18%
Vitamin C:9.66mg
11.71%
Copper:0.23mg
11.58%
Magnesium:36.18mg
9.05%
Phosphorus:83.88mg
8.39%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.61%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.23%
Iron:1.14mg
6.33%
Calcium:54.55mg
5.46%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.43%
Folate:20.43µg
5.11%
Selenium:3.55µg
5.07%
Vitamin K:4.21µg
4.01%
Vitamin B3:0.79mg
3.97%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.67%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.24%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Source:My Recipes